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YMCA of Greater SeattleKid Zone Counselor in
Bothell, Washington

Overview

Who are we?

At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living and foster social responsibility.

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. We work side-by-side with our neighbors throughout King and south Snohomish counties to help kids and families thrive – and apply their positive behaviors and goals at home, school, the workplace and beyond.

13 branches

2 overnight camps

10 swimming pools

More than 200 program sites

Where you’ll work…

You’ll work in our welcoming membership facility that offers programs ranging from health and wellness, to family programs, to child care, to aquatics (access is a staff benefit - swim a few laps before work, take a yoga class, do some laps on the track before you go home, if you like!).

If this sounds like an organization you'd like to work for, read on!

Responsibilities

What you’ll be doing…

Every day hundreds of children utilize our Kid Zone drop in child care centers within our membership facilities, engaging in activities and building new relationships with our staff and other participants. You will be part of an amazing staff team who provide enrichment and safe supervision, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn. You will be able to develop and implement program activities while also building positive relationships by providing prompt and courteous service to members, participants, and guests.

Who are you?

If you're the right candidate for the job, you are excited to spend your time impacting the lives of children. You thrive on the energy of groups of children and are ready to jump in and lead activities. You are always stepping up to offer support at the first sign it's needed. You are comfortable with individual and groups of children, can talk to and partner with parents and other adults, and have an interest in and aptitude for learning new ways to work with kids. You have an eye for quality programing and can build a sense of belonging with the groups you work with.

Qualifications

You are at least 16 years of age and have:

Six months or more previous experience working with children; camps, child care, tutoring, nanny, coaching.

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y and Family ProgramsTeam if you:

Thrive in a youth centered environment where all children feel that they belong

Are adaptable & flexible, and like that every day is a little different

Are excited to see youth grow and thrive

Truly enjoy being of service to others

Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together

Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity. We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on results of a background check and drug screening, including screening for marijuana.